Recreational Therapist (CTRS) — Mental Health & Rehab

Universal Health Services; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

401(K) with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking a CTRS-certified Recreational Therapist for Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta, GA. The role integrates therapy activities with a patient-centered strategy, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective treatment in accordance with regulatory standards.

You will work with a tenured clinical team to implement individualized programming for adolescents and adults, coordinating therapy across groups and treatment plans, including weekends and evenings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Administration or an equivalent program from an accredited university.
• Board of Recreation Therapist Licensure and CTRS certification or equivalent experience and eligibility to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement therapeutic recreation programs to improve physical and mental health as directed by physicians.
• Assist patients in reaching maximum performance in leisure, adaptive, and recreational activities.
• Develop treatment plans based on evaluations and team data with short and long-term goals.
• Provide orientation to recreation therapy by conducting groups for patients.
• Plan activities in advance for effective introduction, execution and closure.
• Coordinate weekend/evening schedules with approved off-campus activities.
• Collaborate with the care team and participate in intern educational experiences.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Group Facilitation

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy or equivalent

Job description

Universal Health Services is seeking a CTRS-certified Recreational Therapist for Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta, GA. The role integrates therapy activities with a patient-centered strategy, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective treatment in accordance with regulatory standards.

You will work with a tenured clinical team to implement individualized programming for adolescents and adults, coordinating therapy across groups and treatment plans, including weekends and evenings as needed.